A Breach Repairer's Song
A Breach Repairer's Song
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Hosted by Yara Allen and Reverend William Barber, A Breach Repairer's Song is an immersive series featuring some of the most influential voices of our time who soundtrack the marriage between music as an art form and music as a tool for activism. Through interview, retrospection, and the dissection of one song per episode, this show explores the deep roots music and the pursuit of justice and equity have in America’s history—and how song can move us to action. Each episode connects listeners to stories of struggle, hope, and solidarity, blending powerful voices with music that has shaped social movements, leaving them inspired to get up, act, and be a part of the change.
Hosted by Yara Allen & Reverend William Barber
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S1E7 EP 7: Cornel West on Music, Black Resilience, and Prophetic Tradition
Cornel West joins Yara Allen and Reverend Dr. William J. Barber to discuss the intersection of music, spirituality, and Black resilience. They examine cultural influences, prophetic traditions, and…
S1E6 EP 6: The Healing Power of Music and Activism with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi examines the intersection of music and activism, focusing on the power of collective voices in anti-racism. He shares his journey with racism, distinguishing between non-racist and…
S1E5 EP 5: Reconstructing Social Issues with Erica Alexander, Yara Allen and Reverend Dr. William J. Barber
Erica Alexander discusses societal construction and social issues with Yara Allen and Reverend Dr. William J. Barber highlighting the Poor People's Campaign and music’s role in activism. They explore…
S1E4 EP 4: Joan Baez Joins Yara Allen and Reverend Dr. William J. Barber on Activism, Mortality, and Systemic Change
Joan Baez reflects on her activism, early influences, and a pivotal moment in Hanoi. Reverend Dr. William J. Barber II joins to discuss systemic poverty, racism, and mortality within social…
S1E3 EP 3: Finding Solace in Music with Catina Rosemond Ray, Freddy Greene, and Angela Coley
This episode shares personal stories of trauma and healing through music, introducing each band member’s journey and experiences. Highlights include a performance of “His Eye is on the Sparrow,”…
S1E2 EP 2: Terrence Blanchard Discusses Music, Legacy, and the Power of Art with Reverend Dr. William J. Barber and Yara Allen
Terrence Blanchard shares his journey through music, reflecting on his spiritual connection to it, his upbringing in New Orleans, and the inspirations from his father. He discusses how Hurricane…
S1E1 EP 1: The Power of Music in Social Movements with Yara Allen And Reverend Dr. William J. Barber
Reverend Barber and Yara Allen discuss how music intertwines with social movements, focusing on the contributions of theomusicology and Repairers of the Breach’s journey, alongside the Moral Mondays…
S1 A Breach Repairer's Song Trailer
A Breach Repairer's Song, coming December 11th, 2024.
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A Breach Repairer's Song has published 8 episodes since November 2024, covering topics in Documentary, Society & Culture.
A Breach Repairer's Song is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 39m.
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